Silver Raiders
Silver Raiders

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Silver Raiders

1950
Movie
55 min
English

Arizona Ranger Larry Grant is posing as an outlaw while hunting for an outlaw gang, secretly led by Lance Corbin, that is stealing silver in Mexico and smelting it into bars for sale in the United States.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Wallace FoxGenres: Western, Adventure

Plot Summary

When a valuable silver shipment goes missing, Marshal Johnny Mack Brown and his sidekick investigate. They suspect a gang of outlaws led by the notorious 'Doc' Miller, who operates under the guise of a legitimate mine owner. The plot thickens as Brown must also contend with a mysterious woman who seems to be involved with the criminals.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget B-Western from the era, 'Silver Raiders' received standard, unexceptional reviews. Critics focused on its predictable plot, straightforward action, and the performances of its veteran Western stars. It was generally seen as an adequate entry in the genre, offering familiar tropes and straightforward entertainment for its target audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Competent execution of standard Western elements.

  • Features familiar archetypes and action sequences.

  • Solid performances from the lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Silver Raiders' is not widely documented. However, typical reviews for B-Westerns of this period praise their uncomplicated narratives and action, appealing to fans of the genre.

Fun Fact

This film was part of a series of Westerns starring Johnny Mack Brown, who was a former All-American football player for the University of Alabama.

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